Events in Cookeville

Good Old Days Festival

The Good Old Days Festival brings the community together for a full day at the Old Putnam County Fairgrounds with a demolition derby, live entertainment, and a lively summer atmosphere. Families can enjoy a dedicated fun zone, browse the vendor fair, and explore a vehicle showcase. Food and drink options will be available, and door prizes will be awarded throughout the day. Thousands are expected to attend, and vendor space is limited.

Beginning of Summer Cruise-In

Start the season with a casual cruise-in at Advance Auto Parts. This is a family friendly gathering open to everyone, with vehicles of every make, model, and year welcome, and motorcycles included. Please respect the venue and the meet. Keep engines calm, avoid tire burnouts and spinning circles, and do not bring alcohol or drugs. Bring your car or bike, bring the kids, and bring the pets, and treat others with courtesy. Take all trash with you and dispose of it properly to keep the area clean.

Advance Auto Parts

Tennessee Upper Cumberland Golf Tournament

Masters weekend sets the stage for a scramble-format Upper Cumberland golf tournament at Wpgc Cookeville. Participants form teams and take part in the tournament while showing support for their favorite district. The focus is on team play and district pride.

White Plains Golf Course

Cookeville Church of Nazarene

June Car Show

An event dedicated to supporting Easton, the next child in need of help and encouragement. Additional information is provided on the flyer.

Cookie Decorating Class

Sparky's Sweet Shoppe leads a summer-themed cookie decorating workshop at Imagine Foundry. Participants decorate six cookies with guided instruction and leave with recipes for both the cookies and the icing. Questions can be directed to info@imaginefoundry.org.

Oklahoma!

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! will be presented by Cookeville Theatre Company.

Roasted Karaoke

Enjoy a Saturday night ritual where herbal products meet the microphone. Sound Boy will host a musical descent. All vocal ranges are welcome; this is a judgment-free zone. It is free entry, so save your money for the bar. You must be 21+ and bring your ID.

DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards

Comedy

Comedy Improv Show

Cookeville Improv brings a high-energy, fully unscripted comedy show to DelMonaco Winery. Audience suggestions drive spontaneous scenes and quick games, keeping the laughs coming with surprises at every turn.

JUN21

Oklahoma!

Cookeville Theatre Company stages Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

Leisure Services Athletics Basketball Camp

Make the most of summer with a basketball camp at Cane Creek Recreation Center that helps young athletes strengthen the basics, build confidence, and enjoy the game. Designed for boys and girls ages 7 to 15, it offers a supportive environment focused on essential skills and plenty of on-court fun.

Groups & Meetups

Youth Night

Spend a relaxed evening hanging out, taking part in fun activities, and connecting with new friends. This casual social event is for middle and high school students.

Good News Co.

Dogwood Performance Pavilion

Cookeville Community Band Concert

Enjoy wind band music at the Dogwood Park Performance Pavilion as the Cookeville Community Band performs. Founded in 2002 by the late Wayne Pegram, this ensemble brings together public school band directors, college professors, college and high school students, and local musicians from across the Upper Cumberland. Admission is free and family friendly, and the event is presented with support from the City of Cookeville Leisure Services Department. Attendees may bring lawn chairs for comfortable seating. Concessions and restrooms will be available. The band also offers a free summer concert series at the pavilion along with a holiday performance.

The Centre School of Dance

Brave & Kind Adventures - 2026 Summer 3-Day Camp for Ages 3-5

Young adventurers build bravery and kindness at this three-day camp designed for ages 3 to 5. Each session uses a classic story to spark meaningful lessons, from dreaming big with Jack and the Beanstalk, to discovering the joy of helping in The Elves and the Shoemaker, to embracing self-confidence with The Ugly Duckling. Children will dance, create, and play while learning through movement and storytelling. Snacks are included and there is time to make new friends in a welcoming, creative setting. Pricing is $150 for all three days or $60 per single day, with an early bird rate of $135 for the full camp or $54 per single day. Space is limited.

Cookeville Art Camp for Kids

Cookeville Art Studio & Gallery is offering a week-long art camp for children ages 6 to 11, filled with hands-on projects and plenty of creative fun. Two sessions are available, and each is limited to 20 campers. The cost is 110 dollars per child, with an 85 dollar rate for each additional sibling. All materials are provided, and participants should bring their own lunch and snacks. For registration or questions, call 931-526-2424.

Art Quest

Participate in weekly hands-on art activities and crafts led by certified visual arts teacher Annette Romero. Suitable for ages 12 through adult. No registration is required.

Putnam County Library

Games against Roasted Mondays

Start your week off with games. This weekly hangout features Cards Against Humanity-style games, Jackbox, party games, and other funny ideas. It is free to play and for those 21 and over. Prizes are up for grabs, so bring your phone, your sense of humor, and friends who should probably be supervised.

Playdate

Sparta MomCo moms and their kiddos will gather for a casual playdate at Cane Creek Park, enjoying time together at the park’s new splash pad. It is a relaxed opportunity for water fun and connection. Since this is an outdoor swim activity in Tennessee, plans may change if the weather shifts.

Cane Creek Park

Groups & Meetups

Chess Club

This weekly chess club is for teens and adults who love the game or want to learn.

Putnam County Library

Moving for Better Balance

Geared toward seniors and active adults, this free intermediate class focuses on enhancing balance, coordination, and overall strength with an emphasis on preventing falls. Instruction follows a progressive approach to build skills. The class is held at Cane Creek Recreation Center.

Brain Blast BINGO

At Fiesta Cancun Grill, Brain Blast BINGO is free to play, great for families, and offers prizes.

Fiesta Cancun Grill

Trivia Tuesday

Join host Brook Jolley for trivia, a game designed for people who know too much about things that matter too little. Instead of standard questions, expect rounds on corporate disasters, AI hallucinations, bizarre history, and the news cycle. It is free to play, and prizes are awarded to the winners. You can bring a team or play solo.

JUN24

Tai Chi Workshop

A welcoming Tai Chi workshop at Cane Creek Recreation Center features gentle, low impact movements paired with mindful breathing to help ease stress and support balance, flexibility, and overall well being. It is open to all.

JUN24

BrainBlast SINGO

BrainBlast SINGO takes place at Fiesta Cancun Grill and keeps the same game you are used to, only with an updated start time. Participation is free, the atmosphere is suitable for families, and prizes are available.

Fiesta Cancun Grill

JUN24

Tracks & Racks

Every Wednesday night features a combo of karaoke and a pool tournament. Come sing, play pool, heckle your friends, and choose your favorite songs. Whether you want to dominate at pool or sing karaoke, theres something for everyone. Hosted by Sound Boy. Bring your best song and pool game, or just the confidence to act like you do. 21+ only.

Cookeville Children's Theatre

Art & Culture

A Night of Stravinsky

Presented by Alder & Clark, this ballet program celebrates Igor Stravinsky’s landmark scores for the Ballets Russes from 1910 to 1913 and culminates in a complete staging of The Rite of Spring. Jennifer Dotson-Creter leads the production with direction and original choreography, bringing fresh movement to these influential works. The performance takes place at Cookeville Children’s Theatre. Tickets are priced at $20 for general admission, $10 for seniors 60 and older and military, and $5 for students.

Cookeville MomCo Splash Pad Day

Pack swimsuits, towels, and sunscreen, and bring a friend for a relaxed meetup for moms and their little ones. Enjoy time to play and connect while sharing simple summer fun together.

Cane Creek Park

Moving for Better Balance

A no-cost, intermediate session for seniors and active adults focused on building balance, coordination, and strength while reducing the risk of falls. It follows a progressive format. The location is Cane Creek Recreation Center.

Oklahoma!

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! is presented by Cookeville Theatre Company.

Dabgo Music Bingo Thursdays

Step away from the typical bingo scene and join host Brook Jolley for Dabgo. Instead of numbers, this game uses music. If you can recognize a song and tap it on your phone, youre overqualified. There are prizes to be won. Its free to play and for those 21 and over.

Leisure Services Athletics Basketball Camp

Make the most of summer by developing core basketball skills in a positive, upbeat camp that builds confidence and keeps the focus on fun. Open to kids ages 7 to 15.

Cane Creek Gymnasium

Comedy

Bomb Shelter Comedy Open Mic

First comes music bingo, then the spotlight shifts to the Bomb Shelter Comedy Open Mic. After the music fades, the mic opens and the nerves kick in for a night of comedy on stage.

Fourth Fridays: Teen Maker Night

An evening devoted to hands-on making gives teens ages 13 to 17 the chance to explore, build, and create in a supportive, well-supervised setting. Participants can choose their own path, working solo or teaming up with friends, and can move between studios as curiosity leads. This is not a class with a set project. It is an open, skills-focused maker time with access to real tools and creative spaces to try something new or dive deeper into a favorite interest. Activities can include refreshing clothing with patches, stitching, and design tweaks, recording and mixing music in a dedicated studio, tech projects such as coding, game design, and 3D printing, cooking or baking simple meals and snacks, painting, drawing, and other visual art, and hands-on tinkering with a variety of materials in the makerspace. There is also room to collaborate with peers or simply relax in a creative environment. Staff are present to guide and support while encouraging independence, confidence, and creativity. Teens set the pace, whether they focus on a single build or sample several areas. Families can expect a structured, supervised experience that emphasizes skill building rather than just social time, with food options available during the evening.

Imagine Foundry

Life Drawing

This relaxed, drop-in life drawing session features clothed figure poses and still life arrangements. Artists can work in any medium. The fee is $20, with a pay-what-you-can option.

Bunco!

The Cookeville Art Studio hosts an evening of bunco featuring rounds of play, light refreshments and drinks, and opportunities to win door prizes and gift baskets. All proceeds benefit the UCWC WISE Scholarship Program.

After Dark Movies in the Park: Hamilton

After Dark Movies in the Park presents a free family screening of Hamilton at Dogwood Park in front of the Performance Pavilion. This filmed version of the original Broadway musical follows Alexander Hamilton’s journey through hip hop, jazz, and R&B, from his early years in the Caribbean to serving as George Washington’s aide, becoming the first Secretary of the Treasury, and his fatal duel with Aaron Burr. The film is rated PG-13. Bring a blanket or folding chair for comfortable seating. Bathrooms and a concession stand will be open during the event. All movies are funded by State Representative Ryan Williams.

Train Tales

Designed for preschoolers, this story time celebrates the world of railroads. Young listeners will hear stories about trains, engines, tracks, conductors, engineers, firemen, rails, hobos, and stations, all shared in a playful way that sparks curiosity and imagination.

Cookeville Depot Museum

Art & Culture

Life Drawing at CAS

CAS hosts a drop-in life drawing session featuring clothed models and still life setups. Artists are welcome to use any medium. The fee is $20, with a pay-what-you-can option.

Oklahoma!

Cookeville Theatre Company brings Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! to the stage at Cookeville Performing Arts Center.

Leisure Services Athletics Basketball Camp

Make the most of summer with a youth basketball camp focused on core skills, confidence building, and plenty of fun. Designed for boys and girls ages 7 to 15, it centers on the fundamentals to help young players grow their game.

Cane Creek Gymnasium

After Dark Movies in the Park

After Dark Movies in the Park hosts an outdoor screening of Hamilton at Dogwood Park, set in front of the Performance Pavilion. This family friendly event is free to attend.

Boot-Scoot and BBQ

Boot-Scoot and BBQ with Kelly Parkison brings a lively, family friendly gathering to Dogwood Park with live music, line dancing led by an instructor, barbecue, yard games, and a cornhole tournament. Guests are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue, pull on their boots, and come hungry. Dancers of all experience levels are welcome, and there are plenty of chances to connect with friends and neighbors in Cookeville. The cornhole tournament supports Next Step for Life, a local ministry that helps individuals overcome addiction and work toward a brighter future, with registration available via QR code and a link shared in the comments.

Dancing

Dance and Lessons "Al fresco"

Outdoor dancing at Trackside features a beginner-friendly lesson to start, followed by open dancing. Food trucks on site make it easy to grab a bite and then hit the floor, turning a casual stop for a meal into a lively night of movement. It is a welcoming setup for new dancers and a relaxed way for everyone to enjoy dancing outside.

Upcycling Magic

This intermediate sewing class focuses on upcycling household textiles into a distinctive bag or a playful, ocean-themed sardine pillow. Aimed at makers who are already comfortable with a sewing machine and basic techniques, it blends creativity with sustainability by turning castoff fabric into something new and useful. Guided by Jessica H., BFA, participants practice reading patterns, repurposing textiles, building strong construction, and adding thoughtful finishing touches, then leave with a one-of-a-kind project and fresh confidence to keep upcycling at home. Sewing machines and all materials are supplied, and attendees may bring special fabrics to include. The class costs $55 and is capped at four participants for a personalized, hands-on experience. Hosted at Wonderfill Refillery.

Wonderfill Refillery

The Connection Band

The Connection Band returns for a lively evening of music, delicious barbecue from Southern Rock Bouncin’ BBQ, and plenty of dancing. Admission is $10, and outside alcohol is not allowed.

Northfield Vineyards

Old Mill Camp & General Store at Cummins Falls

Live Music

Enjoy live music from Emily Hadley with Ethan Ladon Reynolds, bringing an acoustic spin to southern rock and soul. The performance takes cues from Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, Dolly Parton, Fleetwood Mac, and Bonnie Raitt, highlighted by a strong, keyboard-driven sound. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfortable seating. The general store will be open for snacks and drinks.

Benefit for Blood Assurance

A luau-themed benefit supporting the local Blood Assurance facility, celebrating the gift of life in a friendly, festive atmosphere.

Blood Assurance

Oklahoma!

Cookeville Theatre Company presents a production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!

Cookeville Regional Medical Center Foundation

Heartsaver First Aid, CPR and AED

This course is tailored for individuals in non-medical roles, such as daycare providers or private caregivers, as well as anyone whose job requires this training. The course fee is $70, which covers a book. Upon completion, participants will receive a 2-year certification from the American Heart Association. There is a class size limit. There is a no-cancellation policy on tickets, so please only register for classes you plan to attend.

JUN28

Fermented Sunday with Ajumom Kimchi

At Dream Country Brewing, Ajumom Kimchi leads a collaborative workshop that celebrates the craft of fermentation. Participants receive hands-on instruction to make their own kimchi and enjoy a kimchi tasting, then head home with a jar they created. Each ticket also includes one fermented beverage of choice, with a choice of draft beer, kombucha, or cider, and all materials are provided. Open to all ages, this relaxed gathering focuses on learning, tasting, and community around fermented flavors.

Dream Country Brewing

JUN28

Rest and Recover Yoga

A calming yoga class centered on rest and recovery offers a slower pace and a welcoming experience for beginners. It emphasizes relaxation and gentle movement so participants can unwind, recharge, and leave feeling refreshed.

JUN28

Dabgo Music Bingo Sundays

Enjoy a modern twist on bingo with host Brook Jolley. Instead of numbers, listen to music and mark songs on your phone to win prizes. Its free to play, and there are happy hour prices to help you ignore the Sunday Scaries.

JUN29

Harmony With Hoofprints

This no cost weekly class introduces basic grooming skills and essential horse care with a focus on horse therapy. Each participant is paired with a friendly member of the herd for hands on learning.

Moving for Better Balance

A free intermediate class at Cane Creek Recreation Center for seniors and active adults focuses on balance, coordination, and strength. It emphasizes fall prevention and uses a progressive approach.

Civic

Putnam Co | Putnam County Library | Legal Resource...

The Tennessee Justice Bus partners with the Putnam County Library for a community event centered on providing and handing out helpful legal resources. The goal is to broaden access to legal information by sharing materials the public can use beyond the event.

Putnam County Library

Brain Blast BINGO

Brain Blast BINGO takes place at Fiesta Cancun Grill. The event is free to play, welcomes families, and features prizes.

Fiesta Cancun Grill

Trivia Tuesday

Join host Brook Jolley for Roasted Trivia, a game designed for people who know too much about things that matter too little. Instead of standard questions, expect rounds on topics such as corporate disasters, AI hallucinations, bizarre history, and the bleak reality of the news cycle. Prizes are awarded to the winners, and participants can bring a team or play solo. This event is for those 21 and over.

JUL3

Natasha Evans Band

The Natasha Evans Band brings a live, high-energy set to Mitchell Creek Marina at Dale Hollow Lake. This appearance is part of a recurring series on the first Friday of each month from May through October, keeping the music going all season.

Mitchell Creek Marina

JUL6

Cookeville Community Band Concert

The Cookeville Community Band presents a free, family-friendly concert at the Dogwood Park Performance Pavilion, sponsored by the City of Cookeville Leisure Services Department. Bring a lawn chair for comfortable seating, and note that the concession stand and public restrooms will be open. This performance is part of the band’s summer series of free concerts at the pavilion, complemented by a holiday concert later in the year. Founded in 2002 by the late Wayne Pegram, the ensemble features public school band directors, college professors, college and high school students, and local musicians, active and retired, from across the Upper Cumberland who perform wind band repertoire.

JUL9

DunnSpunn Studios presents Finklepott's Fairy Hair®

Finklepott's Fairy Hair brings a touch of sparkle to Cookeville at Dunn Spunn Studios. The studio is known for playful, unique art batts where every blend tells its own story, rich with color, shimmer, and texture inspired by everything from favorite book characters to seaside stones and cozy fall days. Using a varied mix of fibers such as mohair, bamboo, alpaca, and lots of locally sourced wool, Katelyn crafts each batt by hand with care, creativity, and a clear love for the work.

Dunn Spunn Studios

JUL10

Food & Drink

Food Around the World Dinner - Iran

Experience a four-course dinner highlighting the flavors of Iran. Savor a complete meal served in four courses that focuses on Iranian cuisine.

Jamie’s Eats and Sweets

JUL10

Grove: A Healing Collective

July: Postpartum Mood Disorders

A community discussion focuses on a variety of perinatal mood disorders and covers prevention, identification, and management, along with local resources for help. The conversation is led by Noelle Smith, RN, mom, and mental health advocate. Topics include anxiety, depression, OCD, rage, and psychosis. The second hour is reserved for additional questions and time to connect with other moms.

JUL11

T.C. Bryant Band

Enjoy live music in the pavilion with the T. C. Bryant Band. Helen’s On The Go food truck will be available. Admission is $10, and outside alcohol is not permitted.

Northfield Vineyards

JUL11

College Night

College Night features the Test Pilots facing the Flyin' Frogs in a spirited showdown on the diamond. Expect an energetic evening of baseball with engaging entertainment and a lively ballpark atmosphere.

JUL14

Christmas in July: Longhunters vs Flyin' Frogs

Christmas in July features a spirited showdown between the Longhunters and the Flyin' Frogs. The evening offers plenty of baseball excitement along with ballpark entertainment and fun throughout the game.

JUL15

Test Pilots vs Flyin' Frogs

The Flying Frogs hit the diamond for game day, offering an exciting night of baseball, ballpark entertainment, and plenty of fun.

JUL16

Third Thursdays Live

The Third Thursdays Live series brings free concerts to the Dogwood Performance Pavilion on the third Thursday of each month from May through August, featuring a different band and a variety of genres. This edition highlights CJ Solar and The Old Souls. Restrooms and a concession stand will be available, and attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfortable seating. CJ Solar is a songwriter and performer whose work has been recorded by Morgan Wallen, Jason Aldean, Justin Moore, and others. His music blends southern roots, rock influences, and country storytelling. After more than a decade of touring and releasing his own material, he is channeling the energy of his live show into Black Label Blues, a new record rolling out in 2026. His accolades include recognition by Rolling Stone as a New Artist You Need to Know, a nomination for AIMP’s Artist-Writer of the Year, and Music Row’s Independent Artist of the Year.

JUL18

Cookeville Raceway & Hobbies

Cookeville Hobbies Drift Community Gathering

A relaxed community meetup for the drift scene, centered on driving and hanging out. Entry is $20 and includes one raffle ticket, with the option to purchase more at five for $20. Additional details and sponsor information will be added as they become available. Everyone is welcome, whether participating behind the wheel or watching from the sidelines. Typical track rules will apply, with boards posted on site and a few people circulating to help ensure they are followed. Seating and surfaces may be limited, so consider bringing your own tables and chairs. Personal items can be sold, as long as setups remain compact to leave space for others. A laid back day for enthusiasts to connect and have fun together.

JUL18

Makerfest 2026

UC Makerspace’s major summer fundraiser brings the maker spirit to life with live music, makers selling their creations, interactive demos, plenty of food, car and bike showcases, a community repair clinic, and a Sunday cooking competition... all powered by do it yourself pride. It celebrates people who build, repair and restore, cook and craft, weld, print and paint, sew and solder, carve and race, including the tinkerers who dive into a fix even when it does not go exactly as planned. Over the weekend, talented folks from around the Upper Cumberland take creativity out of the garage and into the fairgrounds to share what they can do. Proceeds support UC Makerspace and Imagine Foundry, helping establish a permanent home for creative learning, entrepreneurship, hands-on education, food business incubation, and community powered problem solving in the Upper Cumberland.

JUL21

Teacher Night: Longhunters vs Flyin' Frogs

The Flying Frogs take the field for a night at the ballpark filled with baseball, in-game entertainment, and plenty of fun. Expect a lively atmosphere as the team competes and fans soak in the sights and sounds of the game.

JUL23

City Night: Jumpin' Jacks vs Flyin' Frogs

The Flying Frogs take the field for a spirited evening at the ballpark. Expect exciting baseball, entertainment, and a lot of fun throughout the night.

JUL24

Rivalry Night: Test Pilots vs Flyin' Frogs

Rivalry Night features the Test Pilots taking on the Flyin' Frogs for an evening of baseball. The Flyin' Frogs take the field for a spirited matchup with entertainment and plenty of fun around the ballpark.

JUL31

Southern Cruisers Tennessee State Rally

Hosted in Cookeville, Tennessee, this state rally teams up with The Southern Cruisers Riding Club to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Cookeville, Tennessee

AUG3

Art & Culture

August Featured Poet: Khalil Elayan

Sawmill Poetry returns to Plenty Downtown Bookshop with a fall season kickoff featuring Khalil Elayan. He will share work from his new collection, Of Meadows and Echoes: The Yearning for Soft Spaces, which explores the wild and the sacred in nature with clear, resonant language. Poet Chen Chen has praised the book for its musical lines and striking imagery, drawing comparisons to Seamus Heaney and Li-Young Lee. Elayan serves as a Senior Lecturer in English at Kennesaw State University and holds a Ph.D. from Georgia State University focused on Modern American and Comparative literatures. His interests extend to short stories, creative nonfiction, and time on his north Georgia farm tending blackberries and pepper plants. His poems have appeared in Snapdragon: A Journal of Art & Healing, The Black Fork Review, About Place Journal, and The Esthetic Apostle. Recent nonfiction is in Talking Writing, and his short story No Quedo Mas Nada was shortlisted for the Vincent Brothers Review Annual Short Story Contest and received a Pushcart Prize nomination. Much of his work addresses the natural environment, climate change, and trauma, giving voice to places and people too often unheard. The reading will be followed by an open mic welcoming poetry, spoken word, dramatic monologues, short prose, and songs.

Plenty Downtown Bookshop

AUG6

Timeless Highway at the 100th Putnam County Fair!

Timeless Highway performs at the 100th Putnam County Fair, taking the Wilson Bank stage. The group looks forward to playing during this milestone year.

AUG14

Food & Drink

Food around the world - Wales

Enjoy a four-course Welsh dinner that highlights the cuisine of Wales.

AUG14

Seminar with Tom and Mary McIntire

South-Side Dojo hosts an Aikido seminar led by Tom and Mary McIntire Sensei. Expect focused training designed to refine technique and encourage personal growth in the art. The schedule also builds community among practitioners, with a social gathering after Saturday keiko and, weather permitting, an outing to a nearby waterfall between classes.

South-Side Dojo

AUG15

The Rains Foundation- Golf Tournament

Enjoy a relaxed day of golf at Golden Eagle Golf Club with games, food, prizes, lots of laughs, and friendly competition, all in support of a meaningful cause. Proceeds benefit The Rains Foundation, which provides scholarships for Upper Cumberland students attending Tennessee Tech University in memory of Steve Rains. Registration is open for teams and sponsors, and there are morning and afternoon flight options.

Golden Eagle Golf Club

AUG15

Putnam County Fair Grounds

The Chicken Festival

Cookeville’s first Chicken Festival takes place at Putnam County Fair Grounds and welcomes guests with a $2 admission or a donated personal care item, plus free parking. Enjoy a full lineup of activities, from shopping with local vendors and cooling off at the on-site cooling station to family favorites like a Golden Egg Hunt, a petting zoo, bouncy houses, and oversized games including Giant Jenga and Giant Connect Four. Wing enthusiasts can take in the chicken wing competition, which offers a $1,000 grand prize and a trophy, and wing passes are available. Capture memories with a meet and greet featuring Cluckie the chicken mascot and pose for photos at the chicken-themed backdrop with giant wings.

AUG29

EmiSunshine & Sam Hatmaker at CPAC, Cookeville, TN

Rescheduled due to Winter Storm Gianna, this intimate concert at Cookeville Performing Arts Center brings together EmiSunshine and Sam Hatmaker for an evening centered on songs and storytelling. EmiSunshine, a Tennessee native who has been on stage since childhood, blends country, folk, blues, and roots. She has performed at the Grand Ole Opry, released 11 albums by age 21, and earned a Josie Award as Female Country Artist of the Year. Her recent album, Miss Demeanor, pairs vivid narratives with a bold, genre-crossing sound. Sam Hatmaker grew up around the spotlight, began performing professionally at Dollywood at a young age, and secured her first publishing deal in her teens before recording a debut EP with Grammy winner Nathan Chapman. Known for expressive vocals and candid writing, she expands her self-coined y’all-ternative style on the album Trailer Park Traitor with indie textures and Southern grit. Expect individual sets along with a few moments together, marked by emotion-rich lyrics, finely crafted songwriting, and the shared spirit of roots music. Their creative partnership also includes recognition at the Josie Music Awards for the collaborative song Hercules.

AUG29

THE TENNESSEE SHOW

THE TENNESSEE SHOW brings multiple organizations together at Putnam County Fairgrounds for demonstrations and family-friendly fun. Expect an upbeat atmosphere with more to discover throughout the event.